Health And Social Care Level 3 Unit 10 Human Body Systems P1

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Unit 10- Human body systems and care of disorders
P7 Carry out and record a routine observation that can be used to support your care and interpretations your results in relation to normal values.
In this section I’m going to talk about the pulse, and how it affects the body. Describe abnormal and normal pulse are and how to monitor and control a pulse.
What is a pulse?
It enables you to measure your heart rate, you can feel it in your neck, groin and wrist. The wrist is the most common location to measure the pulse rate. Place the persons arm in a supported position at heart height. A rhythmical throbbing of the arteries as blood is propelled through them, typically as felt in the wrists or neck. The average resting heart rate for an adult
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This records the pressure put on the walls of the artery by the blood. The measurement is recorded as two numbers, for example 140/90. The higher number 140 shows the pressure when the heart is contracting. The lower number shows the pressure when the heart is relaxing. When your pulse is high and you’re trying to control it you should Exercise the easiest and most effective way to achieve a lasting lower heart rate is to do regular exercise. Stay hydrated: When the body is dehydrated, the heart has to work harder to stabilize blood flow. Throughout the day, drink plenty of sugar- and caffeine-free beverages, such as water and herbal tea. Limit intake of stimulants, such as caffeine and nicotine: Stimulants can cause dehydration, increasing the heart's workload. Limit alcohol intake: Most forms of alcohol dehydrate the body. Alcohol is also a toxin, and the body must work harder to process and remove it. Eat a healthy, balanced diet: Eating a varied diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, nuts, and legumes can help to improve the health of the heart, as well as overall health. All of these will able you to control your pulse and heart rate and keep it at the right